The flight distance from Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain to Mataiva Airport (MVT) in Mataiva Airport, French Polynesia is 15,605 kilometers (9,697 miles / 8,426 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying west northwest at a heading of 300°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting Spain with French Polynesia. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 10:17 in Madrid, it's 22:17 in Mataiva Airport. With a 12-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,990 feet between the two airports. Mataiva Airport sits lower than Madrid Barajas International Airport.

The return flight from Mataiva Airport (MVT) to Madrid (MAD) follows a heading of 43° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) and Mataiva Airport (MVT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.